The London School of Economics is hosting a presentation today titled “The Politics of Hunger in Sudan,” featuring Sudanese scholar Dr. Nisrin El‑Amín, an assistant professor at the University of Toronto. The talk will begin at 18:30 UK time (13:30 EST) and will examine the current situation in Sudan.
The event comes amid ongoing conflict in Sudan’s Darfur region, where satellite imagery has revealed new barriers being built around areas where many have fled for safety. Observers fear a repeat of tactics used in El Fasher, where residents were surrounded, executed and buried in mass graves. Recent fighting has intensified, with the Sudanese army and allied armed movements attempting to seize key terrain in North Kordofan, while the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have reported gains, including the seizure of a Sudanese Armed Forces headquarters in West Kordofan. Drone attacks have also increased, most recently in the Nuba Mountains.
In a recent interview, Dr. El‑Amín highlighted the international community’s inadequate response to the conflict, noting the failure to block weapons shipments and the marginalisation of civilian civil‑society groups. She described a “media blackout” surrounding governments such as the United Arab Emirates, which profit from the war yet are included in US‑sponsored negotiations to end it. The humanitarian situation remains dire, with food and medicine in short supply. Ismail Adam, a colleague of Dr. El‑Amín in the Sudanese diaspora, has called for an international fact‑finding team to document mass atrocities on the ground. The Sudanese community is also working to direct support to local neighbourhood groups, whose informal kitchens are keeping people alive.
Dr. El‑Amín’s presentation will provide insight into the politics of hunger in Sudan and the ongoing conflict. As the international community continues to grapple with the crisis, it is essential to prioritise the needs of those affected and work toward a peaceful resolution. The LSE event offers a crucial opportunity for discussion and analysis, and registration remains open for those interested in attending.
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